Team Leader, Vulnerability Management

Job Description

NTT is a leading global IT solutions and services organisation that brings together people, data and things to create a better and more sustainable future.In today’s ‘iNTTerconnected’ world, connections matter more now than ever. By bringing together talented people, world-class technology partners and emerging innovators, we help our clients solve some of the world’s most significant technological, business and societal challenges.With people at the heart of our success, NTT is committed to attracting and growing the best talent and providing an environment where everyone feels they can belong and their contribution matters.

Want to be a part of our team?The Team Leader, Vulnerability Management has the primary responsibility to conduct advanced vulnerability assessments, identify vulnerabilities, and provide expert recommendations to mitigate security risks to ensure the security and integrity of NTT's systems and infrastructure. This role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams, and they lead/perform vulnerability assessments, analyze findings, and provide recommendations to mitigate security risks. This role contributes to the improvement of vulnerability management practices. The role will have responsibility for the day to day management of the local team.

Working at NTTKey Roles and Responsibilities:Conducts vulnerability assessments using automated scanning tools and manual techniques to identify security vulnerabilities in systems, networks, applications, and infrastructure components.Analyzes scan results and prioritizes vulnerabilities based on severity, impact, and exploitability.Assesses the potential risks associated with identified vulnerabilities.Analyzes the business impact, likelihood of exploitation, and potential attack vectors to prioritize remediation efforts based on risk severity.Provides detailed remediation recommendations to system owners, administrators, and IT teams.Collaborates to develop practical mitigation strategies, configuration changes, and patch management processes to address identified vulnerabilities.Utilizes vulnerability scanning tools such as Nessus, OpenVAS, Qualys, or similar tools to conduct scans, configure scan policies, and fine-tune scan parameters for accurate and comprehensive assessments.Prepares vulnerability assessment reports, documenting assessment findings, risk analysis, and recommended actions.Communicates assessment results to stakeholders, including technical and non-technical audiences, in a clear and concise manner.Collaborates with cross-functional teams, including IT operations, development teams, and security stakeholders, to ensure effective communication, coordination, and alignment on vulnerability management efforts. Communicates technical concepts and recommendations to non-technical stakeholders.Participates in security awareness programmes and provides training to end-users and stakeholders on vulnerability management best practices, secure coding, and security hygiene.Promotes a culture of security awareness within the organisation.Collaborates with incident response teams to identify and address vulnerabilities associated with security incidents.Provides support during incident response efforts and contribute to post-incident analysis and remediation.Stays updated with the latest security trends, emerging vulnerabilities, and industry best practices.Contributes to the enhancement of vulnerability assessment processes, methodologies, and tools.Shares knowledge and provides guidance to improve vulnerability management practices.

Knowledge, Skills and Attributes:Solid understanding of vulnerability assessment methodologies, tools, and industry best practices.Solid understanding of networking concepts, operating systems, and common software vulnerabilities.Solid proficiency in using vulnerability assessment tools such as Nessus, OpenVAS, Qualys, or similar tools.Knowledge of risk analysis principles and the ability to assess the business impact of vulnerabilities.Solid knowledge of vulnerability management frameworks, such as CVE, CVSS, and common vulnerability databases.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to analyze scan results, prioritize vulnerabilities, and recommend effective remediation actions.Excellent written and verbal communication skills to prepare vulnerability assessment reports and effectively communicate technical information to diverse stakeholders.Excellent collaboration and teamwork skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.Familiarity with security frameworks, standards, and regulatory compliance requirements.

Academic Qualifications and Certifications:Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related fieldRelevant certifications such as Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or GIAC Certified Vulnerability Assessor (GCVA) are beneficial

Required Experience:Seasoned demonstrated experience in information security or related roles, with a focus on conducting vulnerability assessments and providing remediation recommendationsSeasoned demonstrated experience in conducting advanced vulnerability assessments, including application security assessments, penetration testing, or code reviewSkills SummaryInformation Security Management, Information Security Services, QualysGuard, Threat and Vulnerability Management, Vulnerability Management, Vulnerability Remediation

Workplace type:Hybrid Working

Equal Opportunity EmployerNTT is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, veteran status, or other protected category

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